Mental illness and mental retardation pptSmriti Singh
Mental illness and mental retardation should not be used interchangeably.
It can be understood as a condition where the individual has a lower IQ and have difficulty in coping with the realities of day to day life.
Mental illness and mental retardation pptSmriti Singh
Mental illness and mental retardation should not be used interchangeably.
It can be understood as a condition where the individual has a lower IQ and have difficulty in coping with the realities of day to day life.
Child maltreatment is a huge global problem with a serious impact on the victims’ physical and mental health, well-being and development throughout their lives and by extension, on society in general.
(WHO & INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR PREVENTION OF CHILD ABUSE AND Neglect)
2. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
• Bruises:
– On different parts of body
– In unusual shapes (circling the arm or in the shape of a
handprint or object)
– Unusually large
– Frequent, high numbers
– In unusual places
– In different stages of healing
3. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
• Burns:
– Unusual shapes
– Unusually large
– Unusual places
• Other injuries:
– Cuts / Abrasions
– Fractures
– Any bone breakage of the face, jaw, skull should be regarded as
suspicious as should spiral fractures of the long bones
4. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
– Untreated long term illness
– Skin infections
– Sexually transmitted diseases in a person not known to be
sexually active
– Pregnancy in a person not known to be sexually active
– Malnourishment
– Failure to thrive
– Frequently dirty
– Body odor
– Rotting teeth
5. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
– Poor hygiene
– Vaginal/Rectal pain
– Medication issues
– Dehydration
– Malnutrition
– Sunburn
– Frequent illness/stress related illnesses
6. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
• Behavioral signs and symptoms:
– Avoidance of significant family, friends or care workers
– Delays in seeking treatment
– Regression / Deterioration of skills
– Incontinence (lack of bladder control)
– Fear of a specific person or location
– Fear of being touched
– Flinching / Startle response
– Significant change in interest in sexual acts
– Changes in eating habits
– Changes in sleeping habits
7. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
– Overly critical of self and others
– Extremes in behavior
– Sudden unexplained changes in behavior
– Reporting of abuse and/or neglect
– Running away
– Extremes in relationships
– Poor peer relationships
– Not able to be consoled
– Vaguely expressed fear of being in the abusive environment
8. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
– Withdrawal
– Depression
– Over criticism of self and others
– Expression of poor self esteem and self image
– Perfectionism
– Loss of joy, fun
– Promiscuity, prostitution
– Wearing multiple layers of clothing
– Violent symbolic play, artwork, and/or storytelling
9. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
• Environmental signs:
– Lack of necessities like food, water, heating, cooling
– Lack of utilities
– Lack of adequate space
– Lack of ventilation
– Animal or insect infestation
– Unsafe conditions due to lack of maintenance i.e. bare
wires, uncovered outlets, broken pipes etc..
10. Abuse and Neglect
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
• Environmental signs:
– Filth including garbage, human or animal waste, rotten food, etc..
– Clothing is filthy and in disrepair
– The individual has responsibility far beyond what is fair and
developmentally appropriate
– Caregivers cannot be located in cases of emergencies
– Individual fails to attend schools or programs without explanation
– Bad odor in the environment
– Animals in the environment are neglected and/or abused
11. Abuse and Neglect
REPORTING ABUSE AND NEGLECT
• What information is necessary for reporting
suspected abuse and neglect of a child:
– Name of the child
– Address of the child
– Name of parents or the responsible person
– Age of the child
– Nature and extent of injuries or neglect
– Any evidence of previous injuries or neglect
– Any other information that may be helpful in
investigating the case
– Other information as requested
12. Abuse and Neglect
REPORTING ABUSE AND NEGLECT
• What information is necessary for reporting
suspected abuse and neglect of a vulnerable adult:
– Name of the adult
– Name of responsible person – if it is someone other than the
individual
– Adults age
– Nature and extent of their vulnerability
– Nature and extent of injuries, neglect or exploitation
– Other information that may be helpful in investigating the case
– Other information as requested
13. Abuse and Neglect
REPORTING ABUSE AND NEGLECT
• If you suspect abuse or neglect:
– It must be reported immediately to:
– The DES/DDD Support Coordinator
– Child Protective Services (children under the age of 18)
• 24 Hour Reporting Number 1‐888‐767‐2445
– or Adult Protective Services (adults 18 years of age or older)
• 24 Hour Reporting Number 1‐877‐767‐2385
– This includes abuse, physical injury, denial or deprivation of
medical surgical care to a minor or abuse neglect or exploitation
of an incapacitated or vulnerable adult
– As a mandatory reporter, it is the responsibility of the caregiver
to assure a report is made to CPS or APS depending on the age
of the individual.